All aboard! It’s memory-making time at Strasburg Rail Road Aug. 27-Sept. 4 as families get a second chance this summer to ride Thomas the Tank Engine and his pal, Percy, at Strasburg Rail Road. For the first time, Thomas and Percy will make an extra appearance at Strasburg before many schools are back in session, […]

On September 14th I took my 4 cherubs to Strasburg Railroad where we got to ride on Thomas the Tank Engine and his friend Percy too! Two train rides in one visit! Visiting the station is one of our favorite local attractions. My 3 girls love the open-air train, the Cranky Cars at the station, […]

He’s making a list and checking it twice! Santa Claus is coming to Strasburg Rail Road, leading the 2014 season of unforgettable holiday trains and traditions. Three special trains – and a lot of extra fun and merriment around the station – will delight families this season at Strasburg Rail Road. Visitors can meet Santa […]

Thomas the Tank Engine, star of the popular series Thomas & Friends has been anxiously awaiting the arrival of his friend Percy from the Island of Sodor. On September 13, the wait will be over. Percy will be joining Thomas the Tank Engine on the rails as part of the Day Out with Thomas: Thrill […]

Combine the Strasburg Railroad, Thomas the Train activities and train ride, and five little girls, ages 5.5 and younger, plus two moms on a VERY hot June day and you know what you get? AMAZINGLY good memories! Sir Topham Hatt®, Controller of the Railway, joins Thomas the Tank Engine along with a day of Thomas-themed […]

I’ve lived in Chester County for 3.5 years and somehow this past week was my first adventure to Cherry Crest! What is wrong with me?!?!?! Do not, I repeat, do NOT, allow yourself to miss out on this place like I did! What a fabulous time for children, and adults, of all ages! Discovery Barn […]

Chesco Mom Steph continues sharing about her recent Staycation in Lancaster, PA. Last week we heard all about the Doubletree Resort in Lancaster (cookies upon check in and a water playground? Yes please!). This week, we are bringing you a review of the Strasburg Railroad, as well as a giveaway for a 4-pack of tickets to ride […]

LANCASTER, PA We’ve done some great travel reviews here on the Philly Burb Mom sites, with many more to come! Our most recent adventure was to Peddler’s Village, where Chesco Mom Steph had a great weekend away with her husband. This weekend, Steph will be whisking her husband, Bill, and oldest daughter, Lucy off to […]

Pulling out of the station for its 16th consecutive ride on the rails, the Day Out With Thomas: Leader of the Track Tour 2011 will visit more than 45 cities in the United States and lucky us, the tour is making a stop along The Strasburg Railroad in nearby Lancaster County(Strasburg Rail Road is located […]